Join Dr. Nancy Sonti, Research Ecologist with the US Forest Service for an informative walk to learn more about our oak study research sites at Cylburn Arboretum. Oak seedlings have been planted in an ‘oak orchard’ as well as in forest canopy gap sites in the woodland at Cylburn. This research is examining the impact…
Weed Warriors help the Department of Recreation and Parks manage Non-Native Invasive (NNI) plants which are harmful to trees and forest patches. Certified Weed Warriors are community members, like you, trained as environmental stewards by TreeBaltimore! In Weed Warriors 201a: Project Planning & Leadership, we'll review some of the non-native invasive plants we've learned already,…
What do thousands of horseshoe crabs do when the evening tide is high and the spring moon is new or full? A spawning so huge that people travel to view it from around the world. The scene begins with male horseshoe crabs waiting along the water’s edge. As a female moves with the tide onto…
Join the National Aquarium and National Wildlife Federation as we maintain the Oriole Garden—a wildlife garden located in Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Volunteers will remove weeds and invasive species. Gloves, tools and other materials will be provided. Please wear closed-toe shoes and clothing that can get a little dirty. The Oriole Garden, which features…
Join our experienced animal care naturalists for an immersive birding adventure through the scenic trails of Gwynn's Falls Leakin Park! This guided hike is perfect for bird enthusiasts of all levels, offering a unique opportunity to observe and identify local bird species in their natural habitat. Learn about bird behaviors, habitats, and the importance of…
Join Doug Munro, area resident and amateur historian, for a learning walk along the Stony Run Path, which used to be the tracks of the Maryland & Pennsylvania Railroad. Doug will take us back in time with landmarks, pictures, facts, and stories. Come learn about the great many things that moved north and south along…
Community members can reserve a 10×10 space to sell their items. Everyone is invited to come and shop for secondhand finds. Click here for more information and to register.
At this month’s meeting of the NHSM Lep Club, we’ll welcome Amanda Wray, founding member of Wild Ones Baltimore, for a discussion of the benefits of adding native plants to your yard and garden. Contact the club coordinator ([email protected]) with any questions or comments. If you love butterflies and moths, consider joining the NHSM Lep…
Kara Mae Harris, author of the popular Maryland-centric food blog Old Line Plate, will discuss the long history of Baltimore's food culture, its decades of changing culinary trends, and the traditional foods that have become staples of the Baltimore experience. Click here for more information and to register.
Luís Gustavo Arruda is affiliated with the Center for Nutritional Education and Recovery (CREN) in São Paulo, Brazil. With a background in Biological Sciences and a PhD in Environmental Education, he works at the intersection of health, education, and sustainability. Click here for more information and to register.
Celebrate #BlackBirdersWeek with BlackAFinSTEM, Birds of Urban Baltimore, and the Masonville Cove Partnership! Join us for a bird walk, see the bird banding process up-close, and learn how urban greenspaces help migrating birds! Please note that this event is meant to elevate and celebrate Black birding experiences. Meet us at the bird banding station by…
Weed Warriors help the Department of Recreation and Parks manage Non-Native Invasive (NNI) plants which are harmful to trees and forest patches. Certified Weed Warriors are community members, like you, trained as environmental stewards by TreeBaltimore! Weed Warriors 201b: Project Planning & Leadership Continued is the fourth and final class in our certification series. In…
There's a whole different world out there under the leaves, rocks and logs! Take a hike on the Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park trails with a naturalist to discover the reptile and amphibian world living just outside of Carrie Murray Nature Center. Learn about "herping" and how to safely enjoy and appreciate our ecothermic wild neighbors! Click…
Join local tie-dye artist Kimberlee Swift for a hands-on tie dye workshop. Learn about natural dying techniques using native plants. Participants will each get to tie-dye their own items. Sign up today, Space is limited! All materials will be provided. Click here for more information and to register.
Join us for our Spring Gathering, a joyful celebration of 15 years of land stewardship, food justice, and collective joy in the heart of Reservoir Hill. This is more than just an event—it’s a homecoming for all who have loved, supported, grown with, and been nourished by Whitelock Community Farm. We’re welcoming neighbors, friends, longtime…